Democratic Attack Hits Bush Social Security Plan
Democrats in Congress blasted President Bush on a radio day before Social Securitys 70th birthday arguing that his plan for optional individual accounts would hurt small businesses and retirees. Senator Kerry spoke in Spanish to Hispanics while Rep Salazar defended guaranteed benefits against a made up crisis and false fix as Bush urged long term funding reform.
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Social Security Turns 70 Sparking Policy Clash
Washington lawmakers and interest groups mark the program’s 70th anniversary as debate heats up over possible reforms. President Bush and House Republicans push ideas to divert payroll taxes into individual investment accounts for younger workers, while Democrats warn of risk to the dependable program.
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Nevada Senators Unite Across Aisle In Capitol
Nevada's Sen. John Ensign and Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, once rivals in a 1998 race decided by 428 votes, now foster a pragmatic friendship. Reid signals Ensign as a safe focus, while they host weekly Capitol breakfasts, sharing respect despite policy differences and avoiding personal attacks.
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